Common Name: |
Wild Sarsaparilla |
Botanical Name: |
Aralia nudicaulis |
Genus: |
Aralia |
Family: |
Araliaceae |
Native Location: |
Central and east N America. |
Cultivation: |
Rich, moist soil in partial shade. |
Propagation: |
By seed sown in spring; by division in spring. |
Harvest: |
Rootstock is lifted in autumn and dried for use in liquid extracts, decoctions, infusions, powders, and poultices. |
Height: |
15-40cm (6-16in) |
:Width |
15-30cm (6-12in) |
Hardiness: |
Z3-7 |
Parts Used: |
Roots |
Properties: |
A tonic, diuretic, cleansing herb that lowers fever. |
Medicinal Uses: |
Internally for coughs and in blood-purifying tonics. Externally for boils, arthritis, and swellings. Important in homeopathy for cystitis. |
Culinary Uses: |
An ingredient of homemade root beer. Also used for tea. |
Bibliography: |
Encylopedia of Herbs by Deni Brown Copyright ©: 1995, 2001 Dorling Kindersley Limited pg 126
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